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Get a chance, try the very top of the line Bechstein and Steinway uprights/verticals as well as other quality brands.

Think then you'd change your mind.

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My mother has a top of the line Steinway upright. It's nice enough, but I still think that Bechstein has a lovely character that is being hamstrung by the poor tuning. Sure, it has probably seen better days, but I still think it is a quality instrument and I'm surprised by your level of distaste for it.